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WG08 KOU

2008 Honda XL700

Blue Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

27,529 mi
Last recorded27,529 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda XL70016,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 KOU
MakeHonda
ModelXL700
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 27,529 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 26,952 miles

Drive chain slightly tight close to failure (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

gear lever is damaged

Pass 3 May 2022 26,045 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 25,256 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 24,970 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 24,970 miles

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock fouling screen (2.1.4 (c))

Nearside Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated insecure (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 23,850 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 20,931 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 20,550 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 19,957 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Feb 2016 18,992 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 17,924 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

front tyre sidewalls slightly split

Pass 26 Feb 2014 16,424 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 16,229 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 13,342 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 9,639 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda XL700?

Based on 1,369 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
1,123
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Drive chain excessively loose 4
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WG08 KOU is a 2008 Honda XL700 in Blue with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda XL700 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 16,906 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL700 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG08 KOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL700 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda XL700 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WG08 KOU registered?

WG08 KOU is a 2008 Honda XL700, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is WG08 KOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 KOU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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